Remodelers Market: ZIP 62079
Opportunity Score
41
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 62079 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 370 and household incomes well above the national median ($129,205).
Area Profile
370
Population
$129,205
Median Income
+73% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
3.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 48.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 6.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,090
2BR Fair Market Rent
$230 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Illinois
- Get your contractor's license and insurance before your first job. Operating without them is illegal in most states and one lawsuit ends you.
- Kitchen and bathroom remodels have the highest margins. Whole-home renovations sound bigger but the complexity eats your profit.
- Your first 10 jobs come from personal network and referrals. Don't spend on ads until you have 5-star reviews to back them up.
- Material costs swing 15-30% year over year. Quote projects with current supplier pricing, not last year's numbers.
- The median income here is $129,205. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+73% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-6.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
62030
3.9 mi
Pop: 105
$43,750
62012
4.5 mi
Pop: 6,496
$91,862
62063
6.3 mi
Pop: 869
$51,250
Walk: 6.5
62685
9.9 mi
Pop: 1,648
$63,750
Walk: 4.7
62002
11.7 mi
Pop: 30,036
$57,851
Walk: 8.7
62630
11.7 mi
Pop: 783
$82,292
Walk: 3.8
62081
12.6 mi
Pop: 293
$60,833
62035
12.9 mi
Pop: 15,915
$91,696
Walk: 6.1
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About This Data
Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits